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Tips for clinicians for promoting physical activity

WEBIn this printable handout, a CHOC expert offers tips for clinicians for promoting physical activity for stress relief.

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Physical activity ideas for parents and children

WEBTypes of physical activities. Aerobic activities: Activities that use large muscles for a sustained period of time to strengthen the heart and lungs.. Examples: Running, …

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CHOC Children's Health of Orange County

WEB4-6 months 7-9 months 10-12 months. Toddlers. 1 year old 2 years old 3 years old. Children. 4-5 years old 6-12 years old. Teens. 13+ years old. KidsHealth Newsletter. Get …

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For young athletes: How to prevent burnout

WEBThe guidance on this page has been clinically reviewed by CHOC pediatric experts. The contents of this webpage, including text, graphics, audio files, and videos …

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A Parent's Guide to Puberty: What to Expect

WEBAfrican American pre-teens tend to start menstruating one year earlier. Parents can expect their daughters to start menstruating two to three years after breast …

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CHOC recognized as one of nation’s best children’s hospitals

WEBCHOC is one of only 50 pediatric facilities in the nation to earn recognition as a best children’s hospital by U.S. News & World Report.The following CHOC specialties …

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Treating your child's sports injury

WEBCHOC Hospital was named one of the nation’s best children’s hospitals by U.S. News & World Report in its 2023-24 Best Children’s Hospitals rankings and ranked …

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Best practices for preventing respiratory illnesses in children

WEBTo reduce the risk of getting the flu, kids should: Get their annual flu shot. Practice proper hand washing, especially before and after eating and using the …

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Colic in babies: Tips for soothing your child from a pediatrician

WEBWhat is colic? Tips for helping your colicky baby. Colic is the term used to describe uncontrollable crying in an otherwise healthy infant. It’s a common issue that …

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How to prepare your teen to manage their own medical care

WEBUse simple words to explain any medical conditions that your child has. Ask them to repeat them back to you to be sure they understand. Encourage your child to …

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Why sports physicals are important – especially after COVID-19

WEBHaving a sports physical is an important step before getting back into the game – especially after a having COVID-19 symptoms or a diagnosis. Coaches and …

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Fever Chart Guide

WEBWhen should I take my child to urgent care for a fever? Parents should take their child to urgent care for a fever when their symptoms require a call to the doctor (see ‘When …

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Oxygen Deprivation from Near-Drowning Can Lead to Brain Damage

WEBDrowning is the leading cause of unintentional injury-related death for children ages 1 to 4. It takes only seconds to drown, and it often occurs silently when an …

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How to access therapy and mental health support for kids and teens

WEBThe mental health team at CHOC curated the following resources on mental health topics common to kids and teens, such as depression, anxiety, suicide …

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Mental Health Treatment and Services

WEBHere are some of the most common mental health services accessed by children and teens: Outpatient mental health services – this type of therapy is offered at a provider’s …

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5 Facts You Probably Didn't Know About Rare Diseases

WEBHere are some facts on rare diseases: In the United States, a condition is considered “rare” it affects fewer than 200,000 persons. If all people with rare diseases …

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Helmet therapy: What parents should know

WEBThe head shape does often get better, with or without the use of a helmet. Helmet therapy is a choice some parents make, along with their child’s doctor, to try to …

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How cultural stigma impacts those seeking mental health services

WEBIn many cultures, negative stigma about mental health symptoms or therapy services is a major obstacle to getting professional help. Research shows that people in …

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5 practical ways to help reduce stigma around mental illness

WEBChoose words carefully. What we say and how we say it matters. Making small changes to how we talk – about mental illness and in general – can go a long way …

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